Is Fair Trade Really Fair? The $6.6 Billion DebatePresented by the International Public Service Association (IPSA)

Does Fair Trade Certification help farmers? Or are companies really the ones reaping the benefits from the Certification label that purports to impact lives and protect the environment? Join International Development Professor John Gershman and the International Public Service Association (IPSA) in a discussion of the merits and challenges of Fair Trade sourcing as a corporate sustainability practice. Attendees peruse several short articles before the reading group meets to become acquainted with the topic (optional). Refreshments and wine will be served.